Campervan Rental Prices in Iceland in December
In December, 2-person campers typically run €74–€125/day and 4x4 campers €109–€250/day — about 43% below the yearly average, the 1st-cheapest month of the year. Prices update as vendor availability changes.
Based on 19,842 price checks across 14 rental companies over the last 8 days (through July 8, 2026). Prices are in EUR and update as vendor availability changes.
December travel conditions
Daylight
4–5 hours
Temperature
−2 to 3°C
Roads
Ring Road open (winter storm/wind closures possible); highland F-roads closed
Sky
Northern Lights season
Campsites
Very few open — mainly year-round sites (Reykjavik, Akureyri)
Typical conditions for a campervan trip in December.
December prices by camper type
2-person campers
€74–€125/day
median €87 · from €59 · up to €380
486 price checks
4x4 campers
€109–€250/day
median €219 · from €72 · up to €400
396 price checks
Family campers (sleeps 4+)
€160–€233/day
median €193 · from €69 · up to €400
378 price checks
All campers
€90–€220/day
median €128 · from €59 · up to €400
1,146 price checks
December vs neighbouring months
Against November's slightly longer days or January's post-holiday calm, December trades a little daylight for Christmas-and-New-Year atmosphere — lean to November for marginally more light, or January to sidestep the holiday demand spike.
December prices by rental company
| Rental company | Typical /day | Median | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Konvin Car Rentalcheapest | €91–€117 | €95 | €83 |
| Indie Campers | €73–€120 | €102 | €69 |
| Happy Campers | €68–€179 | €134 | €60 |
| KuKu Campers | €90–€160 | €138 | €70 |
| RENT.is | €85–€222 | €147 | €60 |
| Go Campers | €94–€240 | €176 | €74 |
| Camper Rental Iceland | €108–€234 | €176 | €59 |
| Campervan Iceland | €115–€234 | €197 | €60 |
| Geysir Car Rental | €104–€356 | €270 | €72 |
Demand & when to book
In December, 23% of the campers we checked were already sold out.
- 150–180 days before pickup€160/day avg
- 180–210 days before pickup€175/day avg
- 210–240 days before pickup€193/day avg
What you'll actually spend in December
The camper figure comes from live price checks for December; campsites, fuel and food are typical estimates (Indicative 2026 EUR bands (~1 EUR ≈ 145 ISK); diesel ~250–260 ISK/L and exchange rates shift — re-verify yearly against current ISK prices.)
Renting a campervan in December
A December camper trip is built around the dark. With the sun clearing the horizon for only four to five hours, you plan sightseeing for a short midday window and keep the long evenings free for the Northern Lights, which are at their most reliable now. Temperatures hover around freezing (−2 to 3°C), and Reykjavik's Christmas markets and New Year fireworks lend the shortest days of the year a genuinely festive edge.
Driving demands respect. The Ring Road stays open, but Atlantic storms and fierce winds can shut sections at short notice, so build slack into your route and check road.is every morning. All highland F-roads are closed for the winter, keeping you on the paved coastal loop. A 4x4 or winter-prepared van with proper tyres and a strong heater is the sensible choice for icy surfaces and blowing snow.
Very few campsites stay open — mainly the year-round sites in Reykjavik and Akureyri — so map your overnights around them and lean on service stations and heated facilities in between. Camper prices sit near their annual low for most of the month, one of the cheapest windows to visit, though rates around Christmas and New Year can climb sharply as locals and visitors compete for the same vans.
Watch out: Availability and rates tighten sharply over the Christmas and New Year window — book that stretch well in advance.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a campervan cost in Iceland in December?
In December, 2-person campers typically run €74–€125 per day and 4x4 campers €109–€250 per day, based on our recent price checks — about 43% below the yearly average.
Is December a good time to rent a campervan in Iceland?
Yes — December pairs some of the year's lowest camper rates with excellent aurora odds and a distinctly Icelandic festive atmosphere. The trade-off is minimal daylight and genuine winter driving, so you'll cover less ground each day and want a winter-ready 4x4. If seeing more sights outweighs saving money or chasing the lights, a brighter shoulder month like March or April hands you far more daylight.
Are campsites open in December?
Very few. Only a handful of year-round campsites — chiefly in Reykjavik and Akureyri — operate through December, so plan every overnight around a confirmed open site with heated facilities and an electric hookup to run the van's heater in the cold.
Can you see the Northern Lights from a campervan in December?
Yes — December's four-to-five-hour days mean long, dark nights that make it one of the best months of the year for aurora viewing. Park well away from town lights, track the forecast on the Icelandic Met Office (vedur.is) site, and on clear nights you can step straight from your bunk to the show.
Is it safe to drive a campervan in Iceland in December?
It can be, with the right vehicle and caution. The Ring Road stays open but winter storms and high winds trigger sudden closures, and every highland F-road is shut. Choose a 4x4 or winter-equipped camper, check road.is and vedur.is before each leg, and never set out into an active wind or storm warning.
Do I need a 4x4 campervan in December?
In December, snow, ice and closed highland roads make a 4x4 or winter-ready camper the safer choice. See the 4x4 price breakdown for current ranges.
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